Las Vegas — Samsung has brought a host of products to CES 2019 and the manufacturer is showcasing some of its latest TV and display technologies just ahead of the annual tech conference.
Apple compatibility for TVs
The manufacturer announced Sunday that its 2019 Smart TVs will be compatible with the Apple AirPlay 2 set-top box as iTunes Movies and TV shows when they become available starting in the spring. Many 2018 will also gain compatibility through a software update.
The Apple products and services are expected to coexist seamlessly with Samsung’s hardware and ecosystem, including its Universal Guide TV platform, the latest version of the Bixby smart assistant, and Samsung’s Search feature.
Samsung’s latest concept model of The Wall
Samsung Wall display
Samsung’s latest iteration of “The Wall” display is a 219-inch screen with no bezels and the capacity to fit multiple aspect ratios, including 21:9 widescreen, 16:9 standard, 32:9, and 1:1. The display works in a modular fashion, allowing users to add or take away panels to their specifications. The Micro LED technology used for the displays allows for the bezel-less continuity between the panels.
Samsung first announced The Wall at CES 2018 with a maximum width of 146-inches. The size increase is a testament to how users would be able to modify the display to an extreme size. Currently, the display remains a concept product.
Samsung Modular MicroLED
Samsung has suggested it may take another two to three years for consumer models of The Wall and its Micro LED panel displays to become available. The manufacturer has not given details on what these products might cost, but we’re guessing not cheap.
Samsung’s Micro LED TV
Samsung 75-inch Micro LED TV
Samsung also announced a 75-inch MicroLED 4K TV, showcasing its latest technologies in an easily recognizable form factor. The TV demonstrates Samsung’s ability to combine a high-resolution display with a seamless, no-bezel screen, and a premium color gamut. However, this product is also currently a concept with no pricing and availability.
